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Diago

♂ Boy

Pronounced dee-AH-goh /diˈɑ.ɡoʊ/Medium

Meaning: Spelling of Diego — a Spanish name historically linked to Santiago (St. James), from Jacob, 'supplanter'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Diego, freshly spelled: Diago renders the great Spanish classic — historically tied to St. James — with a soft twist. Warm, classic, and bold.
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Origin MediumSpanish, Hebrew
MeaningSpelling of Diego — a Spanish name historically linked to Santiago (St. James), from Jacob, 'supplanter'; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#3974 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births27 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)≈ 419

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202119962025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Diago is a spelling of Diego — a beloved Spanish name historically connected to Santiago (St. James), ultimately from Hebrew Yaakov, 'supplanter' (the etymology is layered and debated, which we note). Warm and classic.

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, supplanter at the (traditional) root, and warm.

Did you know? Diego is one of Spain's most iconic names — historically linked to Santiago, St. James, ultimately from Jacob, 'supplanter'; Diago is an alternate spelling.
Overall data confidence 68%
Behind the Name — Diego — etymology layered

Variations

DiegoDiagoTiago

Nicknames

Dia

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If you like Diago…

Diego— the standard spelling
Tiago— a fellow Santiago-derived name
Santiago— the saint-name it's tied to
Domingo— a similarly popular pick
Rodrigo— another Spanish name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Diago mean?

Diago spells Diego, historically linked to St. James and Jacob, 'supplanter'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Diago?

It's said dee-AH-goh /diˈɑ.ɡoʊ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Diago a boy or girl name?

Diago is a boy's name.

How popular is Diago?

Diago is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Diego is far more common.

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